Natural Lands Trust ChesLen Preserve

Natural Lands Trust ChesLen Preserve is the largest privately owned nature preserve open to the public in Chester County, PA, offering visitors 1,282 acres of diverse landscapes including woodlands, meadows, farm fields, and stream valleys. With miles of marked hiking trails and a nature playground for young explorers, ChesLen Preserve provides a unique opportunity to connect with nature and engage in outdoor activities.

Steeped in history, ChesLen Preserve features the Star Gazers Stone, a reference point marking the astronomical meridian line established by surveyors Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon in 1763. The preserve also showcases remnants of its agricultural past, including a small cemetery from the former Chester County Poorhouse and the lush fields once grazed by cattle from the legendary King Ranch. With a focus on saving open space, caring for nature, and connecting people to the outdoors, ChesLen Preserve offers a valuable resource for visitors seeking to explore and appreciate the natural beauty of the area.

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